Trip Facts
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The settlement of Gokyo is located between a lake and the lateral moraine of the Ngozumpa Glacier and was no more than a summer yak pasture until several lodges was built to cater for trekkers. Gokyo Ri lies at the northern edge of Dudh Pokhari lake. It is reached by following a zig zag path up the hillside. The walk is technically very straightforward but can be pretty tough if you are still in the process of acclimatising to altitude. Just go slowly, take your time and you will enjoy it. As you climb, the summits of Everest, Lhotse and Makalu slowly come into view and from the summit of Gokyo Ri itself (5360m.), you have one of the finest views of Everest to be had in the Khumbu. At your feet the massive Ngozumpa Glacier (the largest glacier in Nepal) stretches from the foot of Cho Oyu, an 8200m summit to the north almost to the slopes of Cholatse.
If the afternoon is clear (unfortunately it often clouds over) seize the opportunity (and a head torch) and go up Gokyo Ri to watch the sun setting on Everest and Makalu, respectively the highest and fifth highest summits in the world. This is a sight that you will not forget. Beyond Gokyo and walking north there are two more lakes and another interesting set of hills that can be climbed (or scrambled up) called Nameless Towers. These offer even more spectacular views of Cho Oyu. It is also really worth your while going up to the ridge of the lateral moraine just above the settlement of Gokyo. The views of the glacier are breathtaking but be very careful not to go too close to the very crumbly edge of the moraine.
Day 01 : Katmandu (1310m/4298ft). Welcome assistance at the Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to hotel. Rest at the hotel some time and after that our staff will brief you regarding about the trip. O/N at hotel
Day 02 : An early morning to Lukla from Kathmandu and trek to Phakding. (2610mtrs/8563ft). Flight 30 minutes and walking 3 hours. O/N at guest house, FB plan
Day 03 : Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11286ft). walking 5:30 hours. O/N at guest house, FB plan
Day 04 : Acclimatization day at Namche Bazzar. walking 5 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan
Day 05 : Trek to Thyanboche(3860m/12664ft). In the evening visit world famous Buddhist monastery. walking 5 hours. O/N at guest house, FB plan
Day 06 : Trek to Dole (4,040m/13,251ft). Walking 5:30 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan
Day 07 : Trek to Machermo (4,480m/14,246ft) walking 4:30 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan
Day 08 : Trek to Gokyo Lakes (4,750m/15,580ft) walking 5 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan
Day 09 : Hiking upto Gokyo Ri (5483m/1983ft) and trek down to Machermo (4,480m/14,246ft) walking 7:30 hours. O/N at guest house, FB plan
Day 10 : Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11286ft). walking 5 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan
Day 11 : Namche Bazaar to Phakding (2610m/8563ft). – walking 5 hours. Overnight at guest house.
Day 12 : Trek down to Lukla (2804m/8490ft) walking 3:30 hours, O/N at guest house, FB plan
Day 13 : An early morning Flight back to Kathmandu. Flying time from Lukla to Kathmandu is 30 minutes. O/N at hotel, B & B plan
Day 14 : After breakfast transfer to the airport for departure from Nepal